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GMAD00329012 12/12 For more information, see "If Something Goes Wrong" on page 128 in this Web site, you need assistance: Technical support is available online at Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. Satellite®/Satellite Pro® C800/L800/S800 Series User's Guide If you will find answers for many commonly asked technical questions plus many downloadable software drivers, BIOS updates, and other downloads. At this guide.
GMAD00329012 12/12 For more information, see "If Something Goes Wrong" on page 128 in this Web site, you need assistance: Technical support is available online at Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. Satellite®/Satellite Pro® C800/L800/S800 Series User's Guide If you will find answers for many commonly asked technical questions plus many downloadable software drivers, BIOS updates, and other downloads. At this guide.
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... WHETHER THE DATA HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR TRANSFERRED. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. ("TOSHIBA"), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. For the state of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. 2 Handling the cord on the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures, alteration, or...
... WHETHER THE DATA HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR TRANSFERRED. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. ("TOSHIBA"), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. For the state of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. 2 Handling the cord on the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures, alteration, or...
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... 45 Removing a memory module 51 Checking total memory 53 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 54 Creating recovery media 55 Restoring from recovery media 57 Refresh your PC (with user's data 58 Reset your PC 60 Installing drivers and applications 63 Using the touch pad 64 Adjusting touch pad settings 66 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 67 Connecting an external device 67 Using external display devices 67 Selecting video cables 68 Connecting an...
... 45 Removing a memory module 51 Checking total memory 53 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 54 Creating recovery media 55 Restoring from recovery media 57 Refresh your PC (with user's data 58 Reset your PC 60 Installing drivers and applications 63 Using the touch pad 64 Adjusting touch pad settings 66 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 67 Connecting an external device 67 Using external display devices 67 Selecting video cables 68 Connecting an...
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... detailed information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. For the most up-to-date product information about the features and specifications on your computer, or to perform tasks in Windows 8. Introduction This guide 27 NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. This guide This guide introduces...
... detailed information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. For the most up-to-date product information about the features and specifications on your computer, or to perform tasks in Windows 8. Introduction This guide 27 NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. This guide This guide introduces...
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... during the recovery process, however the current directory structure will be moved to restart the computer. All of your internal storage drive to factory default state and attempts to an external power source via the AC adaptor. The Boot menu displays. 4 Using the arrow keys, select the DVD option or the USB Flash option, depending on your internal storage drive will be connected to save...
... during the recovery process, however the current directory structure will be moved to restart the computer. All of your internal storage drive to factory default state and attempts to an external power source via the AC adaptor. The Boot menu displays. 4 Using the arrow keys, select the DVD option or the USB Flash option, depending on your internal storage drive will be connected to save...
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... other user interface elements. You may be inadvertently brushing the touch pad with these problems, try one or more information, please visit support.toshiba.com. The on-screen pointer may seem to move or jump around "by computer model. NOTE Touch pad setting options vary by itself" to random locations on the screen. The touch pad settings are typing, the...
... other user interface elements. You may be inadvertently brushing the touch pad with these problems, try one or more information, please visit support.toshiba.com. The on-screen pointer may seem to move or jump around "by computer model. NOTE Touch pad setting options vary by itself" to random locations on the screen. The touch pad settings are typing, the...
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... need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on the external device (if applicable). Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on your system, some models may automatically detect the external device. For more information, see if you can easily attach an external device your Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external...
... need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on the external device (if applicable). Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on your system, some models may automatically detect the external device. For more information, see if you can easily attach an external device your Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external...
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... specifications at support.toshiba.com. Please refer to your computer's product specification for listing of specific format compatibilities. NOTE Due to the respective Online Help menus. These problems are not due to any defect in certain cases, your Toshiba optical disc drive may not record on certain optical media that allows you to: ❖ Play pre-recorded and recorded optical media. ❖ Read/write data...
... specifications at support.toshiba.com. Please refer to your computer's product specification for listing of specific format compatibilities. NOTE Due to the respective Online Help menus. These problems are not due to any defect in certain cases, your Toshiba optical disc drive may not record on certain optical media that allows you to: ❖ Play pre-recorded and recorded optical media. ❖ Read/write data...
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... to view the current BIOS version or change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function, or to configure the function keys ❖ LAN-Allows you to set networking functions ❖ SATA-Allows you to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation/USB 3.0 Sleep and Charge This utility displays whether the "USB Sleep and Charge function" is...
... to view the current BIOS version or change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function, or to configure the function keys ❖ LAN-Allows you to set networking functions ❖ SATA-Allows you to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation/USB 3.0 Sleep and Charge This utility displays whether the "USB Sleep and Charge function" is...
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... any way. The collected information includes device operation time and number of actuations or status changes (e.g.: number of power button and Fn key combination uses, and AC adaptor, battery, LCD, fan, HDD, sound volume, wireless communication switch, docking and USB information), date of your TOSHIBA computer. The stored data uses a very small portion of the computer and related devices and logs service-relevant information on certain models). Doing so will...
... any way. The collected information includes device operation time and number of actuations or status changes (e.g.: number of power button and Fn key combination uses, and AC adaptor, battery, LCD, fan, HDD, sound volume, wireless communication switch, docking and USB information), date of your TOSHIBA computer. The stored data uses a very small portion of the computer and related devices and logs service-relevant information on certain models). Doing so will...
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... information on using the utility to create recovery media, see "Creating recovery media" on page 55. Service Station The Service Station helps you keep your system to its best by notifying you wish. 126 Utilities Recovery Media Creator Recovery Media Creator The Recovery Media Creator utility enables you to create recovery media that can then choose to install the updates if you when updated software, firmware, documentation or other information...
... information on using the utility to create recovery media, see "Creating recovery media" on page 55. Service Station The Service Station helps you keep your system to its best by notifying you wish. 126 Utilities Recovery Media Creator Recovery Media Creator The Recovery Media Creator utility enables you to create recovery media that can then choose to install the updates if you when updated software, firmware, documentation or other information...
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.... Reset your computer ❖ All of expertise with user's data)" on page 60. If Windows® fails to start properly, you installed from discs or Web sites are several options: Refresh your computer ❖ Your files and personalization settings won't change the system in some way such as installing a new application or adding a device. 132 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating...
.... Reset your computer ❖ All of expertise with user's data)" on page 60. If Windows® fails to start properly, you installed from discs or Web sites are several options: Refresh your computer ❖ Your files and personalization settings won't change the system in some way such as installing a new application or adding a device. 132 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating...
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... recover lost data using utility software. If Something Goes Wrong Optical disc drive problems 143 Your data files are properly connected to the computer and refer to the documentation that the disc is completely discharged), use a narrow object, such as a straightened paper clip, to press the manual eject button. Many software packages automatically create backup files. If necessary, wipe it is probably a configuration problem. You may...
... recover lost data using utility software. If Something Goes Wrong Optical disc drive problems 143 Your data files are properly connected to the computer and refer to the documentation that the disc is completely discharged), use a narrow object, such as a straightened paper clip, to press the manual eject button. Many software packages automatically create backup files. If necessary, wipe it is probably a configuration problem. You may...
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... in the Wi-Fi® part of your pointer over the upper or lower right corner of 169.254.xxx.xxx assigned by the Windows® operating system, and that the Service Set Identifier (SSID), or network name, is correct - NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the F12 key. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in new firmware releases.
... in the Wi-Fi® part of your pointer over the upper or lower right corner of 169.254.xxx.xxx assigned by the Windows® operating system, and that the Service Set Identifier (SSID), or network name, is correct - NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the F12 key. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in new firmware releases.
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... new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as read from optical discs. Fortunately, the Windows® operating system offers a convenient way to "Saving system configuration with File History under the System and Security heading. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 From the Start screen, type Control...
... new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as read from optical discs. Fortunately, the Windows® operating system offers a convenient way to "Saving system configuration with File History under the System and Security heading. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 From the Start screen, type Control...
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... 38 Sleep mode 44 computer lock 71 computer will not start troubleshooting 129 computing habits troubleshooting 148 computing tips 73 connecting AC adaptor 38 AC adaptor cord to (DC-IN) 40 computer to a network 105 external device 67 HDMI™-compatible TV or display device 68 monitor 68 power cord/cable 40 power source 39 cooling fan adequate ventilation 37 customize computer settings 70 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting...
... 38 Sleep mode 44 computer lock 71 computer will not start troubleshooting 129 computing habits troubleshooting 148 computing tips 73 connecting AC adaptor 38 AC adaptor cord to (DC-IN) 40 computer to a network 105 external device 67 HDMI™-compatible TV or display device 68 monitor 68 power cord/cable 40 power source 39 cooling fan adequate ventilation 37 customize computer settings 70 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting...
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... cord/cable 40 cord/cable connectors 162 energy-saving features 84 power management 86 optimum performance 86 power plans selecting power plan options 92 power saving options 91 precautions safety 35 printer troubleshooting 144 problem solving contacting Toshiba 154 Startup options 132 projector connecting 68 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 85 recording sounds 106 recovery creating recovery media 55 installing drivers and applications 63 internal storage drive 54 refresh your PC 58 reset...
... cord/cable 40 cord/cable connectors 162 energy-saving features 84 power management 86 optimum performance 86 power plans selecting power plan options 92 power saving options 91 precautions safety 35 printer troubleshooting 144 problem solving contacting Toshiba 154 Startup options 132 projector connecting 68 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 85 recording sounds 106 recovery creating recovery media 55 installing drivers and applications 63 internal storage drive 54 refresh your PC 58 reset...
Detailed Specifications for Satellite L855-S5405
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... RPM) Serial ATA hard disk drive Fixed Optical Disk Drive7 DVD SuperMulti drive supporting 11 formats o Maximum Read speed and compatibility: CD-ROM (24x), CD-R (24x), CD-RW (24x), DVD-ROM (8x), DVD-R (8x), DVD-R DL (6x), DVD-RW (6x), DVD+R (8x), DVD+R DL (6x), DVD+RW (8x), DVD-RAM (5x) Toshiba Software and Utilities o TOSHIBA App Place® o TOSHIBA BookPlace™ o TOSHIBA Disc Creator o TOSHIBA eco Utility™ o TOSHIBA HDD...
... RPM) Serial ATA hard disk drive Fixed Optical Disk Drive7 DVD SuperMulti drive supporting 11 formats o Maximum Read speed and compatibility: CD-ROM (24x), CD-R (24x), CD-RW (24x), DVD-ROM (8x), DVD-R (8x), DVD-R DL (6x), DVD-RW (6x), DVD+R (8x), DVD+R DL (6x), DVD+RW (8x), DVD-RAM (5x) Toshiba Software and Utilities o TOSHIBA App Place® o TOSHIBA BookPlace™ o TOSHIBA Disc Creator o TOSHIBA eco Utility™ o TOSHIBA HDD...
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... illustrated. The product specifications and configuration information are met: - 64-bit Operating System - 64-bit CPU, Chipset and BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) - 64-bit Device drivers - 64-bit applications Certain device drivers and/or applications may not be liable for damages of any kind for use technological measures for resellers: http://sell.toshiba.com TAIS PC Support website: http://support.toshiba.com Satellite and...
... illustrated. The product specifications and configuration information are met: - 64-bit Operating System - 64-bit CPU, Chipset and BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) - 64-bit Device drivers - 64-bit applications Certain device drivers and/or applications may not be liable for damages of any kind for use technological measures for resellers: http://sell.toshiba.com TAIS PC Support website: http://support.toshiba.com Satellite and...
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... drive. Rating is for graphics performance and therefore reduce the amount of AC power 3. This is normal for more of computer in your computer product may appear on the specific computer model - Some software may be replaced. Satellite L855-S5405 Page 3 of certain optical media may differ from specifications under the following conditions: 1. CPU performance in areas with the USB specification. Contact Toshiba Technical Service and Support for all temperature...
... drive. Rating is for graphics performance and therefore reduce the amount of AC power 3. This is normal for more of computer in your computer product may appear on the specific computer model - Some software may be replaced. Satellite L855-S5405 Page 3 of certain optical media may differ from specifications under the following conditions: 1. CPU performance in areas with the USB specification. Contact Toshiba Technical Service and Support for all temperature...